Actionable steps to ensure your remote H-1B employer has a strong sponsorship track record.
Securing H-1B sponsorship for remote roles requires diligent verification of a company's history. Get Wisa empowers you to check Department of Labor (DOL) data, ensuring potential employers have a proven track record of successfully sponsoring H-1B visas for remote positions.
| Feature | Data Point | Trend vs 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Verified Sponsors in Wisa Database | 45,000+ | [↑ 10%] |
| Total H-1B Filing Records | 323,617 | [↑ 8%] |
| PERM Records | 283,422 | [↑ 5%] |
| PWD Records | 227,820 | [↑ 7%] |
| FY2027 Lottery Selection Odds (Overall) | 35.3% | [↓ 10%] |
Our analysis of DOL data shows that while many companies list 'remote' work options, their actual H-1B filings (LCAs) often specify a physical worksite. Verifying that a company has filed LCAs for remote positions, or has a history of sponsoring employees who work remotely, is key. Get Wisa's database flags employers with a strong history of sponsoring roles that are typically remote.
Don't just trust the job description. Use Get Wisa to check if the employer has filed Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) for the specific state or region where you reside, even if the company's HQ is elsewhere. This confirms their intent to sponsor for remote work.
The rise of remote work has extended to H-1B sponsorship, but verification is critical. While many companies offer remote positions, their Department of Labor (DOL) filings, specifically Labor Condition Applications (LCAs), must accurately reflect the intended worksite. For remote H-1B roles, the LCA should ideally list the employee's home state or a designated remote work location, not just the company's headquarters.
Get Wisa's database, with over 45,000 verified sponsors and 323,617 H-1B filing records, allows you to check an employer's sponsorship history. Look for companies that have consistently filed LCAs for roles in your state of residence, even if they are a national company. The FY2027 lottery odds (35.3%) remain a factor, but verifying a sponsor's remote work history is a crucial due diligence step.
Here are examples of how to interpret DOL data for remote H-1B sponsorship:
Q: How can I confirm if a company sponsors H-1B for remote work in my state?
A: Check the employer's Labor Condition Application (LCA) filings on the DOL website or use Get Wisa. Look for LCAs listing your state of residence as the worksite, not just the company's headquarters.
Q: What if a company's LCA lists its headquarters but I'll be working remotely from another state?
A: This can be a red flag. Ideally, the LCA should reflect your actual remote work location. Some companies may have specific policies for remote filings; verification is key.
Q: Are there specific roles that are more likely to be sponsored for remote H-1B?
A: Tech roles like software development, cloud engineering, and data analysis are commonly sponsored for remote work. However, the employer's willingness and DOL filing history are the determining factors.
Q: Does the new Form I-129 change how remote H-1B sponsorships are handled?
A: The new I-129 form itself doesn't fundamentally change remote work rules, but the expanded vetting (including social media) applies to all H-1B applicants, remote or not.
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Search H-1B Sponsors on Wisa →Check the employer's Labor Condition Application (LCA) filings on the DOL website or use Get Wisa. Look for LCAs listing your state of residence as the worksite, not just the company's headquarters.
This can be a red flag. Ideally, the LCA should reflect your actual remote work location. Some companies may have specific policies for remote filings; verification is key.
Tech roles like software development, cloud engineering, and data analysis are commonly sponsored for remote work. However, the employer's willingness and DOL filing history are the determining factors.
The new I-129 form itself doesn't fundamentally change remote work rules, but the expanded vetting (including social media) applies to all H-1B applicants, remote or not.